KN95 - Mask (non-medical use)
KN95 - Mask (non-medical use) was recalled on 30 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00573/21. Health risk / other risk reported by Germany. The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 13%).
| Alert Number | A12/00573/21 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | JK-001 |
| Published | 30 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 13%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended measures, it may not properly protect. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation and with the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Respiratory protective mask, carrying the labels GB2626-2006, KN95, EN 149, FFP2 and CE.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to KN95 - Mask (non-medical use).
About this risk
This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.
Recommended action
Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.
Who is at risk?
All consumers who have purchased this product.